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Miller’s sent KTM a message – even if he says it wasn’t needed
Australian rider Jack Miller delivered a strong performance in the Japanese Grand Prix sprint race, reminding his KTM bosses of his speed and talent despite not feeling the need to prove himself. KTM faces the challenge of fitting five contracted riders into four MotoGP bikes for the 2024 season, with Pedro Acosta expected to join the premier class. Miller’s recent results have not been as impressive as those of his teammates, making the decision for KTM even more difficult. While Miller’s fourth-place finish in the sprint race was a positive statement, he still needs to prove himself in the main race and show consistent performance over longer distances. Miller struggled towards the end of the sprint race and was overtaken by Pecco Bagnaia. However, a top-five finish in the main race would be enough to support his case. The performance improvement seen in Miller can be attributed in part to the upgrades provided to him by KTM.
Source: The Race
